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ICO Report November: Coffee market rallies to a 12-month high
The ICO composite indicator rallied in November 2019, reaching a 12-month high, even as the Brazilian Real slumped to a record low against the US Dollar.
Festive hot drinks loaded with sugar and calories
Research of the UK’s biggest coffee shops has found that some seasonal lattes and hot chocolates contain up to three times the recommended daily allowances for sugar, and more calories than a Dominos pizza.
Starbucks China announces new partner benefits programme
In China, Starbucks has unveiled a new partner investment programme for its partners (employees) known as Flex Star Benefits.
Honest Tea relocates to Coca-Cola headquarters
Honest Tea will relocate from Bethesda, Maryland to owner company Coca-Cola’s corporate headquarters in Atlanta following the resignation of Seth Goldman.
Coffee shop market grows amid economic challenges
Allegra’s most extensive analysis of the European branded coffee shop market yet reveals the European branded coffee shop segment remains in growth despite a challenging economic climate across the region.
Farmer Bros named honoured in inaugural Texan by Nature 20
Farmer Bros. has been named as an honouree of the first-ever Texan by Nature 20 (TxN20), an official ranking of 20 companies with Texas operations that have made a demonstrative commitment to conservation.
Costa Coffee appoints new CEO
Dominic Paul will step down as CEO of Costa Coffee effective 30 November 2019. He will be succeeded on 2 December by Jill McDonald.
Starbucks opens its largest Reserve Roastery in Chicago
Starbucks has come almost full circle with its new Reserve Roastery opening in Chicago, US.
PJ’s Coffee looks for its next veteran franchisee
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, US, has announced its third annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway, which will award one deserving military veteran a free PJ’s Coffee franchise license.
Portland Roasting Coffee becomes Portland Coffee Roasters
Portland Roasting Coffee has announced a brand refresh that includes a name change, a new logo and updated packaging.
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Seasonal coffee offerings return to US chains
As the colder months approach, US coffee chains are unveiling their seasonal ranges, including coffee, hot chocolate and other beverages.
Record numbers attend HostMilano
The 41st edition of hospitality event HostMilano welcomed professional operators from all over the world and attracted a record 200,000 visitors.
ICO Report October: Global coffee production to decrease in 2019/20
As we enter the next coffee year, world coffee production in coffee year 2019/20 is projected to drop by 0.9% at 167.4 million bags compared to 2018/19.
New York Coffee Festival wraps 5th edition
The New York Coffee Festival recently wrapped up its 5th annual celebration of coffee, and with over 11,000 attendees and 114 innovative and exciting vendors, it was the Festival’s biggest yet.